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Greyhound 65761 Set Up And Operating Instructions Manual

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  • Page 1: Log Splitter

    Harbor Freight Tools. Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally. Due to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein. Tools required for assembly and service may not be included.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    contents iMportant saFetY inForMation ... 3 Basic speciFications ... 7 unpacKing ... 7 set up instructions ... 7 asseMBLY... 7 pacKing tHe Bearings..8 HuB and WHeeL asseMBLY ... 8 connecting tHe raiL asseMBLY to tHe oiL tanK . 8 operating instructions ...
  • Page 3 FLYWHeeL/coiL asseMBLY parts List & diagraM ... 30 controL sYsteM parts List & diagraM ... 31 air cLeaner parts List & diagraM ... 32 MuFFLer parts List & diagraM ... 33 MuFFLer parts List & diagraM ... 34 LiMited 1 Year / 90 daY WarrantY ...

  • Page 4: Important Safety Information

    save tHis ManuaL Keep this manual for the safety warn- ings and precautions, assembly, operat- ing, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product’s serial number in the back of the manual near the assembly diagram (or month and year of purchase if product has no number).

  • Page 5: Operating Precautions

    Caution is neces- sary when near the engine’s magneto or recoil starter. Use only accessories that are recom- mended by Harbor Freight Tools for your model. Accessories that may be suitable for one piece of equipment Page 5...
  • Page 6 Do not overreach. Do not reach over or across the Log Splitter. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the equipment in unexpected situa- tions.

  • Page 7: Service Precautions

    Maintain labels and nameplates on the equipment. These carry impor- tant information. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement. Have the equipment serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the equip- ment is maintained.

  • Page 8: Basic Specifications

    Basic speciFications 89+ octane unleaded Type gasoline Fuel Capacity 1.2 Gallons 10W30 (above 32° F) Type 5W30 (at 32° F or Engine Oil below) Capacity 1.1 Quarts Hydraulic Capacity 2.5 Gallons Fluid Log Capacity 25” L x 8” Diameter Tire Pressure 60 PSI Cold Pressure note: Additional specifications found in the TECHNICAL ENGINE SPECIFI-...

  • Page 9: Packing The Bearings

    packing the bearings. Using a suitable solvent, clean the bearings and the rest of the parts in the Hub assembly. The parts must be cleaned even if they are new or ap- pear clean. Allow all pieces to dry completely. Place fresh, clean bearing grease in the packer.
  • Page 10 Safety Chain Cylinder (1) with Hook (4) Hitch Coupler (9) Hex Head Nut (17) is attached to Hex Head Bolt (16) Horizontal transport hole Push Pin (26) and Hair Pin Clip (29 Front Leg Assembly (11) Figure 2 Close-up of Push Pin (26) securing the Front Leg Assembly (11) to the bracket on the Oil Tank Assembly (10B).

  • Page 11: Operating Instructions

    To vent the syste, back off oil fill plug one turn (maximum). See Figure 3. When the Log Splitter is not in opera- tion or being transported, close the Page 11...

  • Page 12: Start Procedure

    NANCE AND SERVICING section. equipment operation Warning! to avoid death or serious injury; block each side of both wheels of the Log Splitter before starting a job. In FIGURE 1, the Rail Assembly is shown in Horizon tal mode for opera- tion and travel.

  • Page 13: Transporting The Log

    This Log Splitter is not road legal and should not be conveyed on pub- lic roads. • When transporting the Log Splitter,...
  • Page 14 • Use the Safety Chain with Hook (4) when towing. • Do not tow the Log Splitter at speeds above 40 MPH. • Travel with the Front Leg Assembly and Rail Assembly in the horizontal position. • Cover the air inlet hole on the Plug during transport.

  • Page 15: Technical Specifications

    tecHnicaL speciFications 9 HP, Air Cooled, Single Engine Type Cylinder, 4 Stroke Overhead Valve Engine Family 8CGPS.2702GC. Displacement 270cc Rotation viewed from PTO Counterclockwise (power takeoff - the output shaft) 89+ octane unleaded Type gasoline Fuel Capacity 1.2 Gallons 10W30 (above 32° F) Type 5W30 (at 32°...

  • Page 16: Air Filter Element Maintenance

    air Filter element Maintenance Wipe off the air cleaner cover. The air cleaner cover is held in place by a wing nut or clamps. Remove it. Remove the air filter element. cleaning: For “paper” filter elements: To prevent injury from dust and debris, wear ANSI-approved safety goggles, NIOSH-approved dust mask/respirator, and heavy-duty...

  • Page 17: Cleaning, Maintenance, And Lubrication Schedule

    Clean carbon build-up from combus- tion chamber. storage Wait for engine to cool, then wipe the Log Splitter with clean cloth. When the equipment is to remain idle for longer than 20 days, prepare the engine for storage as follows: Change engine oil and empty fuel tank.

  • Page 18: Transport Maintenance

    the compression stroke (when you start to feel resistance). Disconnect battery cables (if equipped). Wipe engine with clean cloth. Apply a thin coat of rust preventive oil to all uncoated metal parts. Cover and store in a dry, well-ventilat- ed area out of reach of children. Before starting the engine after stor- age, keep in mind that untreated gas- oline will deteriorate quickly.

  • Page 19: Troubleshooting

    problem engine will not FUEL RELATED: start No fuel in tank or fuel valve closed. Choke not in start position, especially with cold engine. Low quality or deteriorated, old gasoline. Carburetor not primed. Dirty fuel passageways blocking fuel flow. Carburetor needle stuck. Fuel can be smelled in the air.
  • Page 20 problem Engine misfires Spark plug wire loose. Incorrect spark plug gap or damaged spark plug. Defective spark plug wire. Old or low quality gasoline. Incorrect compression. engine stops Low oil shutdown. suddenly Fuel tank empty or full of impure or low quality gasoline.
  • Page 21 pLease read tHe FoLLoWing careFuLLY THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT.

  • Page 22: Assembly Diagram

    asseMBLY diagraM SKU 65761 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 22...

  • Page 23: Cylinder Head Parts List & Diagram

    cYLinder Head parts List & diagraM part # note: When ordering replacement parts from this diagram, the “B” suffix must be includ- ed in order to get the correct part. note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not avail- able individually as replacement parts.

  • Page 24: Crank Case Parts List & Diagram

    cranK case parts List & diagraM part # description Crank Case Assembly Oil Level Switch Governor Gear Assembly Weight Governor Gear Weight Pin Slider Shaft Arm Drain Plug Bolt Washer Washer Clip Ball Bearing Oil Seal O-ring Washer note: When ordering replacement parts from this diagram, the “C” suffix must be includ- ed in order to get the correct part.

  • Page 25: Crank Case Cover Parts List And Diagram

    cranK case cover parts List and diagraM part # note: When ordering replacement parts from this diagram, use the suffix “D”. note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not avail- able individually as replacement parts. SKU 65761 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.

  • Page 26: Crankshaft/Piston Parts List & Diagram

    cranKsHaFt/piston parts List & diagraM part # note: When ordering replacement parts from this diagram, use the suffix “E”. note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not avail- able individually as replacement parts. SKU 65761 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.

  • Page 27: Gas Distribution Adjustment System Parts List & Diagram

    gas distriBution adjustMent sYsteM parts List & part # description Rocker Arm Guide Valve Rocker Valve Clearance Screw Plate Assembly Block Guide Bushing Push Rod Guide Push Rod Valve Lifter Cap Valve Valve Valve Spring Retainer Valve Spring Guide Seal note: When ordering replacement parts from this diagram, use the suffix “F”.

  • Page 28: Starter Subassembly Parts List & Diagram

    starter suBasseMBLY parts List & diagraM part # note: When ordering replacement parts from this diagram, use the suffix “G”. note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not avail- able individually as replacement parts. SKU 65761 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.

  • Page 29: Diversion Assembly Parts List & Diagram

    diversion asseMBLY parts List & diagraM part # note: When ordering replacement parts from this diagram, use the suffix “H”. note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not avail- able individually as replacement parts. SKU 65761 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.

  • Page 30: Carburetor Parts List & Diagram

    carBuretor parts List & diagraM part # description Carburetor Assembly Carburetor Main Nozzle Main Jet Float Valve Valve Set Spring Float Float Pin Oil Cup Gasket Oil Cup Gasket Bolt Bolt Drain Bolt Drain Bolt Gasket Fuel Strainer Cup Fuel Strainer Cup Packing Fuel Packing Lever note: When ordering replacement parts from this diagram, use the suffix “J”.

  • Page 31: Flywheel/Coil Assembly Parts List & Diagram

    FLYWHeeL/coiL asseMBLY parts List & diagraM part # note: When ordering replacement parts from this diagram, use the suffix “K”. note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not avail- able individually as replacement parts. SKU 65761 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.

  • Page 32: Control System Parts List & Diagram

    controL sYsteM parts List & diagraM part # description Bolt Governor Spring Bolt Governor Arm Throttle Return Spring Governor Rod Control Assembly Fixing Plate Washer note: When ordering replacement parts from this diagram, use the suffix “M”. note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not avail- able individually as replacement parts.

  • Page 33: Air Cleaner Parts List & Diagram

    air cLeaner parts List & diagraM part # description Air Cleaner Assembly Elbow Short Collar Long Collar Elbow Packing Bolt 6x20 Nut 6mm Air Cleaner Cover note: When ordering replacement parts from this diagram, use the suffix “N”. note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not avail- able individually as replacement parts.

  • Page 34: Muffler Parts List & Diagram

    MuFFLer parts List & diagraM part # note: When ordering replacement parts from this diagram, use the suffix “P”. note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not avail- able individually as replacement parts. SKU 65761 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.

  • Page 35: Muffler Parts List & Diagram

    MuFFLer parts List & diagraM part # note: When ordering replacement parts from this diagram, use the suffix “P”. note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not avail- able individually as replacement parts. SKU 65761 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.

  • Page 36: Limited 1 Year / 90 Day

    LiMited 1 Year / 90 daY WarrantY Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes ev- ery effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that for a period of ninety days from date of...
  • Page 37 30 days. If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, you should contact the Harbor Freight Tools Customer Service Department at 1-800-444-3353. Harbor Freight tools emission control defects...

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